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Final frost alert: is your garden ready?

April 16, 2026

This weekend’s cold snap in Albuquerque isn’t just a random chill—it’s part of a bigger pattern. After weeks of unseasonably warm March days that had people planting early, forecasters now warn a late freeze could damage tender plants. The North Valley will see the worst of it, with temperatures dro

environment

How Clean is Clean Enough? Bacteria and Our Rivers

April 16, 2026

Nothing we flush ever really disappears. Most of it ends up in a treatment plant where armies of bacteria quietly get to work, breaking down what we send down the pipes. In cities with advanced systems like the A2O process, wastewater passes through three stages—first without oxygen, then with limit

weather

Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

April 16, 2026

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2 a. m. , spinning at 110 mph for about two minutes. It started near Jackson Avenue and Interstate 94, then moved toward downtown before fading out nea

weather

Wisconsin skips tornado drill for 2024 due to recent storms

April 16, 2026

Wisconsin has decided to postpone its annual statewide tornado drill, which was originally set for April 16. The cancellation comes after recent severe weather caused damage in parts of the state. Instead of running the drill, officials want to focus on helping communities recover from the storms. T

weather

New Jersey braces for storms, heat, and a sudden cold snap

April 16, 2026

Tonight, northern New Jersey could see some rough weather after 7 p. m. , with isolated thunderstorms packing strong winds and hail. These storms aren’t expected to blanket the whole state—just a few scattered cells popping up before midnight. On Thursday, the heat returns, pushing temperatures into

politics

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

April 16, 2026

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was a man dressed as Uncle Sam, playing drums to draw attention. The crowd included families with dogs, peace activists, and local groups who marched to

education

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

April 16, 2026

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

crime

Tech Leader Denies Abuse Claims as Family Feud Escalates

April 16, 2026

A high-profile tech executive now faces serious allegations from his own sister, spanning nearly a decade of abuse starting when she was just three years old. The accusations paint a disturbing picture of repeated harm within the family home, with the most recent incidents allegedly occurring when t

health

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

April 16, 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and the Central School of Practical Nursing—are working together to turn a 100, 000-square-foot building in the St. Clair-Superior area i

politics

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

April 16, 2026

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pieces were made. Sources report Gao Zhen was quietly tried in late March for “dishonoring national heroes and martyrs. ” Critics say this charge flips